as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
demonstrated the suitcase's sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window
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Recent Examples of sturdiness
This distilled into denim bottoms that reflected the material’s sturdiness, which moved with a flourish.
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Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
The Schwinn Koen is a favorite of mine for its sturdiness, adjustability, and ergonomic design.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
So yeah, proper baking is the key to getting the sturdiness, for sure.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
More than 10,000 shoppers have rated this patio set five stars for its comfort and sturdiness.
—Rylee Johnston, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
However, Ball’s power and sturdiness proved to be the difference.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Fabrics treated with Tough Cotton Technology enhance the sturdiness of canvas fabrics, while tonal inserts, brocade and floral patterns keep the jackets visually soft.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
During the 2019 reveal of the Tesla Cybertruck, the company’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, threw steel balls at the truck to demonstrate its sturdiness, but instead shattered two windows.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
The Schwinn Koen is a favorite of mine for its sturdiness, adjustability, and ergonomic design.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
So yeah, proper baking is the key to getting the sturdiness, for sure.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
More than 10,000 shoppers have rated this patio set five stars for its comfort and sturdiness.
—Rylee Johnston, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
However, Ball’s power and sturdiness proved to be the difference.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Fabrics treated with Tough Cotton Technology enhance the sturdiness of canvas fabrics, while tonal inserts, brocade and floral patterns keep the jackets visually soft.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
During the 2019 reveal of the Tesla Cybertruck, the company’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, threw steel balls at the truck to demonstrate its sturdiness, but instead shattered two windows.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sturdiness
Noun
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What skills — care, competence, sincerity, and reliability — are needed to strengthen the trust in these relationships?—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
28 Oct. 2025
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Customers and industry experts, like those with Consumer Reports, say that Viasat and Hughesnet, in particular, suffer from reliability issues.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This helps improve posture and stability, according to the brand, though the sneakers have an ergonomic insole that provides arch support, too.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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For example, cloves are known for their abundance and mood-boosting properties; rosemary is known for clearing and purification; cinnamon is known for prosperity and protection; apples are known for healing; and pumpkin is known for protection and stability.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Weekly physiotherapy sessions became part of their routine, and to their relief, Manolo began to regain a bit of strength.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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All that motion benefits bone strength, too.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Sturdiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdiness. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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